Great outdoors Therapy…

“Humans crave a connection with nature. From gardening and horticulture to taking a stroll through the park or hiking through the mountains, man has found solace in nature for centuries. But with a shortage of open spaces, fear of “stranger-danger” during outdoor playtime, and an emerging culture of technology-obsessed youth, American life is punctuated by nature deprivation and a disconnect with the world around us. Although quality time in nature is hard to come by, here are a few reasons to make the great outdoors a part of daily life.”

There is a strong body of research confirming that direct contact with nature increases mental health and psychological and spiritual development.

Benefits include stress reduction, a sense of coherence and belonging, improved self-confidence and self-discipline, and a broader sense of community.”   (CRC HEalth Group)

Needless to say we here at Triumph Youth Services feel like taking our students on nature related activities can be fun and helpful. Most recently we hiked the beautiful Timpanogas Cave.